Where can I find solar data?

Search for a city, state, or zip code to see solar potential and impact across entire geographic areas. We currently have solar data for portions of 50 states and Washington DC. See if we’ve got you covered. Project Sunroof is a solar calculator from Google that helps you map your roof’s solar savings potential.

What is the US large-scale solar photovoltaic database?

The U.S. Large-Scale Solar Photovoltaic Database provides the locations and array boundaries of U.S. photovoltaic facilities, with capacity of 1 megawatt or more.

How many TW of solar photovoltaic potential are there?

There is approximately 115 TW of solar photovoltaic potential in the U.S., which includes 1 TW on buildings, 27 TW on agricultural land, 2 TW on brownfields, and 2 TW for floating solar. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) conducts research to reduce the cost and impact of siting solar.

Does Project Sunroof have solar data?

We currently have solar data for portions of 50 states and Washington DC. See if we’ve got you covered. Project Sunroof is a solar calculator from Google that helps you map your roof’s solar savings potential. Learn more, get an estimate and connect with providers.

How do I create a solar module layout?

2. Use the Solaredge Site Designer Program for the PV module layout drawing. Sign up, select a solar module from their list and drag and drop them in to your roof areas. This also gives you a monthly and annual solar production estimate! 3.

Where should solar panels be located?

Solar panels should be located where solar modules are exposed to full sunshine from sun up to sun down without shade from trees, power poles, guide wires, vent pipes, or nearby buildings, or the changing location of the sun. In the Northern Hemisphere, solar PV arrays are oriented to the south toward the Equator. (Note: The ideal orientation may vary depending on the specific latitude and season.)